Massive road work expected in Boston this summer
Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced plans for a massive overhaul of Boston’s roadways and pedestrian ramps this summer.
(Updated) AG: Two arrested for running human trafficking enterprise
Two people were arrested for running a state-wide criminal enterprise that involved human trafficking.
Fury and relief over burial of accused Boston bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev
Twitter was ablaze with mixed emotions today after a private citizen stepped up to the challenge of burying the most hated man in America after weeks of pussyfooting around.
Bay State Bike Week: Massachusetts encourages cycling
Bay State Bike Week kicks off Saturday and runs through May 19, celebrating bicycle transportation by encouraging Massachusetts residents to ditch the car and hop on their bicycles.
Council gives approval of medical marijuana regulations
Six months after voters OK’d a ballot measure legalizing medical marijuana, the state’s Public Health Council on Wednesday approved proposed regulations.
Gov. Deval Patrick on Boston bomber burial: ‘It’s the family’s issue’
Governor Deval Patrick today weighed in on the controversy surrounding burial plans for Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev, telling reporters in New Bedford that the responsibility rests not with the state or federal government, but with Tsarnaev’s family.
Rhode Island Legalizes Gay Marriage
Rhode Island became the 10th U.S. state to extend marriage rights to same-sex couples Thursday, the last of the six New England states to do so.
Markey, Gomez win Senate special election primaries
Congressional veteran Democrat Ed Markey and Republican Gabriel Gomez, a political newcomer, will face off in the June 25 U.S. Senate special election.
Primaries in Mass. Senate special election set for Tuesday
Voters will decide Tuesday which two candidates will face off in June for the chance to represent Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate.
Investigators search New Bedford landfill as part of Boston Marathon bombing investigation
Federal investigators are scouring a New Bedford landfill in the hope of uncovering evidence in connection with the Boston Marathon bombings.